CN103476339A - Radiographic apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

Disclosed is a radiographic imaging apparatus including a detachable manipulation panel, the radiographic imaging apparatus including: a capturing device for generating X-rays and irradiating the X-rays toward a subject to capture an image of the subject; a controller connected to the capturing device a device to control the capture device; a manipulation device mounted to the capture device to allow an inspector to input commands to control the capture device, wherein the manipulation device is detachably mounted to the capture device, in the In a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device, the manipulating device is connected to the controller using a wireless interface to control the capturing device.

Description

Radiography equipment

technical field

The present invention relates to a radiographic apparatus including a detachable manipulation panel.

Background technique

Radiographic imaging equipment is equipment that obtains images of internal parts of the human body using X-rays. Radiographic imaging equipment is used to examine injuries or diseases of internal parts of the body that are not visible from the outside. The radiography apparatus irradiates X-rays toward the head or chest of a human body and then detects the X-rays transmitted through the head or chest of the human body to obtain images of internal parts of the human body.

Radiographic imaging equipment includes: an X-ray tube for irradiating X-rays toward an area to be captured; a high-voltage generator for generating a high voltage to generate X-rays; a moving device for positioning and/or or direction to move. In addition, the radiographic apparatus includes manipulation means for allowing an inspector (ie, an operator of the radiographic apparatus) to perform manipulation to control the aforementioned means.

In general, the manipulating device includes a display unit for displaying the status of the radiographic equipment and an input unit for allowing an inspector to input commands. The handling means are provided in the form of a panel.

The manipulator is fixedly mounted to one of the components constituting the radiographic apparatus. Accordingly, an inspector may need access to components of the radiographic apparatus to which the manipulator is mounted. Components of the radiographic apparatus to which the manipulator is mounted may be moved to change the position and/or direction of the x-ray exposure, with the result that the manipulator may be out of range of the inspector, or the manipulator The device may be positioned in a position where it is difficult for the inspector to manipulate the manipulation device.

Contents of the invention

technical problem

Accordingly, an aspect of the present invention provides a radiographic apparatus including a detachable manipulation panel. Technical solutions

According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a radiographic imaging apparatus, which includes: a capture device for generating X-rays and irradiating X-rays toward an object to capture an image of the object; a controller connected to the a capture device to control the capture device; a manipulation device mounted to the capture device to allow an inspector to input commands to control the capture device, wherein the manipulation device is detachably mounted to the capture device , in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device, the manipulating device is connected to the controller using a wireless interface to control the capturing device.

The wireless interface may include any one selected from infrared (IR) communication, radio frequency (RF) communication, Bluetooth communication, Wi-Fi communication, and wireless USB communication.

The capturing device may include an X-ray irradiator for generating X-rays and irradiating the X-rays toward the subject, and the manipulating device is detachably mounted to the X-ray irradiator.

The capturing device may include a high voltage generator for generating a high voltage for generating X-rays, and in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device, the manipulating device may manipulate the high voltage Generator settings.

The capturing device may include a high voltage generator for generating a high voltage for generating X-rays, and in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device, the manipulating device may manipulate the high voltage generator to generate high voltage.

The capture device may include a moving device that moves an irradiated position at which X-rays are generated and a direction in which the X-rays are radiated, and in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device, the manipulating device may Operate the mobile device.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a radiographic imaging apparatus, which includes: a capture device for generating X-rays and irradiating the X-rays toward an object to capture an image of the object; a controller connected to the The capture device is used to control the capture device; the manipulation device is installed on the controller to allow the inspector to input commands to control the capture device and display information on the capture device; the docking device is arranged on the on the capturing device, so that the manipulating device is detachably mounted on the capturing device through the docking device.

The manipulation device may include a wireless connection unit for transmitting and receiving wireless signals.

The wireless connection unit may include any one selected from an IR module, an RF module, a Bluetooth module, a Wi-Fi module, and a wireless USB module.

The manipulating device may include a display unit for displaying information and an input unit for allowing the inspector to input commands.

The input unit may include a touch panel configured to respond to an inspector's touch.

The input unit may include: a movement manipulation unit for manipulating an irradiation position and direction of the X-ray.

The input unit may include: a high voltage setting unit that sets a value of a high voltage for generating X-rays.

The input unit may include: a high voltage generating unit performing manipulation of generating a high voltage for generating X-rays.

The input unit may include: an inspector authentication unit for authenticating the inspector.

The manipulating device may include a battery unit that supplies electric power to the manipulating device in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device.

The docking device may include: a power supply unit for supplying power to the manipulating device when the manipulating device is mounted on the docking device; and a wired connection unit connected to the manipulating device through a wired interface.

The wired connection unit may include any one selected from a serial communication module, a USB module, an IEEE1394 module, and a LAN module.

The power supply unit and the wired connection unit may be integrated.

The handling device may be rotatably mounted to the capture device.

The docking device may include: a rotating unit rotatably coupled to the capturing device; and a mounting unit to which the manipulating device is mounted.

The installation unit may include: an installation hole formed in a shape corresponding to the manipulation device; and a fixing protrusion for fixing the manipulation device.

Description of drawings

The above and other aspects of the present invention will become apparent and easier to understand from the following detailed description of the embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIG. 1 is a view showing main components of a radiation imaging apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention;

2 and 3 are views showing a detachable manipulator of a radiographic apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention;

4 is a view showing the structure of a manipulating device and a docking device of a radiographic apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention;

5 is a view showing the structure of an input unit of the manipulator of the radiographic apparatus according to the embodiment of the present invention;

6 and 7 are views showing structures of a manipulating device and a docking device of a radiographic apparatus according to another embodiment of the present invention.

best practice

Embodiments of the invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which embodiments of the invention are shown, wherein like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout. Although in the embodiment of the present invention, the manipulating device is applied to a ceiling-mounted radiography apparatus in which guide rails are installed to the ceiling of an examination room, the manipulating device may be applied to various types of radiography equipment.

FIG. 1 is a view showing main components of a radiation imaging apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 1 , a radiation imaging apparatus 1 includes a capture device 2 and a controller 3 for controlling the capture device 2 .

The capture device 2 includes: an X-ray radiator 10 for irradiating X-rays toward an object; a high voltage generator 20 for supplying a high voltage to the X-ray radiator 10 so that the X-ray radiator 10 generates X-rays; The capture bracket 90 of the X-ray detector 91 and the capture table 92 with the X-ray detector 93 receive the X-rays transmitted through the object respectively; or direction to move.

The moving device includes: a guide rail device 30, installed on the ceiling of the examination room; a moving bracket 40, movable along the guide rail 30; a column frame 50, connected between the moving bracket 40 and the X-ray radiator 10; The device 70 provides driving force to move the guide rail 30 , the moving bracket 40 and the column frame 50 .

The guide rail 30 includes a first guide rail 31 and a second guide rail 32 , and the second guide rail 32 forms a predetermined angle with the first guide rail 31 . In the illustrated embodiment, the first guide rail 31 and the second guide rail 32 extend perpendicular to each other.

The upper side of the first guide rail 31 is mounted to the ceiling of the examination room where the radiographic apparatus 1 is located. The second guide rail 32 is slidably mounted to the first guide rail 31 at the lower side of the first guide rail 31 . A roller mechanism (not shown) movable along the first guide rail 31 may be provided on the first guide rail 31 . The second rail 32 may be connected to the roller mechanism (not shown) so that the second rail 32 may move along the first rail 31 .

The moving bracket 40 is disposed on the lower side of the second guide rail 32 so that the moving bracket 40 can move along the second guide rail 32 . A roller mechanism (not shown) movable along the second guide rail 32 may be provided on the moving bracket 40 .

A column frame 50 is fixed to the underside of the motion bracket 40 . The column frame 50 includes a plurality of columns connected to each other to form a telescoping structure. Therefore, in a state where the columnar frame 50 is fixed to the moving bracket 40, the length of the columnar frame 50 can be increased or decreased in the vertical direction of the examination room.

The X-ray irradiator 10 generates X-rays and irradiates the X-rays toward a subject. The X-ray irradiator 10 includes: an X-ray tube 11 for generating X-rays; and a collimator 12 for guiding the generated X-rays toward a subject.

The high voltage generator 20 generates high voltage for generating X-rays. The high voltage generator 20 is connected to the X-ray radiator 10 so that the high voltage generated by the high voltage generator 20 is supplied to the X-ray radiator 10 . When a high voltage is supplied to the X-ray radiator 10 , X-rays are generated by collisions between thermal electrons in the X-ray tube 11 . The generated X-rays are irradiated towards the object through the collimator 12 .

The rotary joint 60 is provided between the X-ray irradiator 10 and the columnar frame 50 . The rotary joint 60 couples the X-ray irradiator 10 to the column frame 50 and supports a load applied to the X-ray irradiator 10 . The rotary joint 60 includes: a first rotary joint 62 connected to the lower end of the columnar frame 50 ; and a second rotary joint 61 connected to the X-ray radiator 10 .

The second rotary joint 61 is provided rotatably on a plane perpendicular to the ceiling of the examination room. The first rotary joint 62 is provided rotatably around the central axis of the columnar frame 50 extending in the vertical direction of the examination room.

The driving device 70 provides a driving force for moving/moving the position of the X-ray irradiator 10 within the examination room. The driving device 70 may be an electric motor. The driving device 70 may include a plurality of driving devices connected to the second guide rail 32 , the column frame 50 and the rotary joint 60 .

Considering the convenience of design, the driving device 70 can be arranged in various positions. For example, the driving device for moving the second guide rail 32 can be arranged near the first guide rail 31, and the driving device for moving the moving bracket 40 can be arranged near the second guide rail 32 for increasing or decreasing the column frame 50. The driving device of the length can be set in the motion bracket 40 . In addition, a driving device for rotating the X-ray irradiator 10 may be provided near the rotary joint 60 .

The driving device 70 may be connected to a power transmission unit (not shown), through which the driving device 70 rotates or linearly moves the X-ray irradiator 10 so as to controllably change the position of the X-ray irradiator 10 in the examination room. Or the direction along which the X-ray radiator 10 irradiates X-rays. The power transfer unit (not shown) may include belts, pulleys, chains, sprockets and shafts as are well known for providing power transfer of the type described.

The X-ray irradiator 10 may be provided with a moving handle 80 configured to be held by an inspector/operator of the radiographic apparatus 1 . A moving handle 80 is fixed to the X-ray irradiator 10 . When the inspector holds the moving handle 80 to manually move the X-ray irradiator 10 , the inspector may apply force or torque to the moving handle 80 .

The controller 3 is connected to the components of the capture device 2 to control the components of the capture device 2 . The controller 3 may comprise a computer connected to the components of the capture device 2 through a wired interface.

For example, the controller 3 may be connected to the driving device 70 to control the driving device to move the X-ray irradiator 10 to a desired position. In addition, the controller 3 may be connected to the high voltage generator 20 to control the high voltage generator 20 to generate a high voltage for generating X-rays.

The inspector may input the setting values of the components of the capture device 2 and then manipulate the components of the capture device 2 . Therefore, the radiation imaging apparatus 1 includes manipulating means for allowing the inspector to input commands to control the capture device 2 . The manipulating device is connected to a controller 3 .

The handling device is mounted to a component of the capture device 2 . In general, the manipulating device is attached to the X-ray radiator 10 in consideration of the way the examiner moves when he is in the examination room.

However, if the manipulator is fixedly mounted to the X-ray irradiator 10, when the position of the X-ray irradiator 10 is changed, the position of the manipulator will be changed. As a result, the manipulating device may be out of range of the inspector or may be located in a position where it is difficult for the inspector to manipulate the manipulating device.

For said reasons, according to an aspect of the present invention, the radiation imaging apparatus 1 includes a detachable manipulator, which is wirelessly connected to the controller 3 using a wireless interface in a state where the manipulator is separated from the capture device 2 .

2 and 3 are views illustrating a detachable manipulator 100 of a radiographic apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 3 , the operating device 100 includes: a housing 101 opened on one side thereof; and a manipulation panel 102 disposed on the opened side of the housing 101 .

The manipulation panel 102 may include: a display panel for displaying the status of components of the capture device 2; and a touch panel for allowing the inspector to input commands by touch. In addition to using touch to input manipulation, various ways may be used to input manipulation. For example, buttons may be used to enter commands. In addition, the manipulation device 100 may include a mobile device such as a tablet PC.

The docking device 200 is provided at one side of the X-ray radiator 10 . The handling device 100 is fixedly mounted to the docking device 200 . The docking device 200 is connected to the controller 3 shown in FIG. 1 . The docking device 200 includes: a mounting hole 201 formed in a shape corresponding to the manipulation device 100 ; and a fixing protrusion 202 for fixing the manipulation device 100 .

In a state where the manipulation device 100 is mounted on the docking device 200 , electric power is supplied from the docking device 200 to the manipulation device 100 . In this case, the manipulation device 100 is connected to the docking device 200 through a wired interface.

In a state where the manipulating device 100 is separated from the docking device 200 , electric power is supplied to the manipulating device 100 from a battery provided in the manipulating device 100 . In this case, the handling device 100 is connected to the docking device 200 via a wireless interface. Therefore, the inspector can manipulate the components of the capture device 2 regardless of the positioning of the X-ray radiator 10 .

The manipulation device 100 and the docking device 200 will be described in detail below.

4 is a view showing the structure of the manipulating device and the docking device of the radiation imaging apparatus 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5 is a diagram showing the input unit of the manipulating device of the radiation imaging device 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention. view of the structure.

As shown in FIG. 4, the manipulating device 100 includes: a display unit 110 for displaying the states of the components of the capture device 2; an input unit 120 for allowing the inspector to input commands; a battery unit 130 for connecting the manipulating device 100 to the docking device When the docking device 200 is separated, power is supplied to the operating device 100 ; the first wired connection unit 140 and the first wireless connection unit 150 are connected to the docking device 200 . The docking device 200 includes: a power supply unit 210 , which provides power to the manipulation device 100 and charges the battery unit 130 of the manipulation device 100 ; a second wired connection unit 220 and a second wireless connection unit 230 , connected to the manipulation device 100 .

The display unit 110 displays the status of the set values of the components of the capture device 2 . The display unit 110 may include a display panel.

The input unit 120 allows the inspector to input commands for controlling components of the capture device 2 . The input unit 120 may include a touch panel or buttons as previously indicated. The input unit 120 will be described in detail later.

When the manipulation device 100 is installed on the docking device 200 , the first wired connection unit 140 is connected to the second wired connection unit 220 of the docking device 200 . When the first wired connection unit 140 is connected to the second wired connection unit 220, electrical signals for controlling the capturing device 2 are transmitted and received between the manipulating device 100 and the docking device 200 using the wired interface. The wired interface may include serial communications such as RS232, RS422, RS485, USB, IEEE1394 and LAN. However, the wired interface may also include various wired communication modes using the wired communication module.

When the manipulating device 100 is mounted on the docking device 200 , the battery unit 130 of the manipulating device 100 is connected to the power supply unit 210 of the docking device 200 . The battery unit 130 is charged by power supplied from the power supply unit 210 . The battery unit 130 is charged using an ordinary charging method.

The first wired connection unit 140 of the manipulating device 100 and the second wired connection unit 220 of the docking device 200 may include connectors through which the first wired connection unit 140 and the second wired connection unit 220 are connected to each other. In addition, the battery unit 130 of the manipulating device 100 and the power supply unit 210 of the docking device 200 may include connectors through which the first wired connection unit 140 and the second wired connection unit 220 are connected to each other. The first wired connection unit 140 and the battery unit 130 of the manipulation device 100 may not include respective connectors but a single connector. In the same manner, the second wired connection unit 220 and the power supply unit 210 of the docking device 200 may not include respective connectors but a single connector.

Electric power from the battery unit 130 is supplied to the manipulation device 100 when the manipulation device 100 is separated from the docking device 200 . At this time, the first wireless connection unit 150 of the manipulation device 100 is connected to the second wireless connection unit 230 of the docking device 200 using a wireless interface. When the first wireless connection unit 150 is connected to the second wireless connection unit 230, electric signals for controlling the capturing device 2 are transmitted and received between the manipulating device 100 and the docking device 200 using a wireless interface. Wireless interfaces may include infrared (IR) communication, radio frequency (RF) communication, Bluetooth communication, Wi-Fi communication, and wireless USB communication. However, the wireless interface may also include various wireless communication modes using the wireless communication module.

In the above description, the second wireless connection unit 230 is disposed on the docking device 200 . However, the second wireless connection unit 230 may be provided as a separate device or as a part of the controller 3 .

As shown in FIG. 5, the input unit 120 includes: a mobile manipulation unit 121 for inputting the position of the X-ray radiator 10 and the irradiation direction of the X-rays of the X-ray radiator 10; a high voltage setting unit 122 for setting and generating The value of the high voltage of the X-ray; the inspector authentication unit 124 for authenticating the inspector/operator of the radiation inspection apparatus 1 .

The movement operation unit 121 allows the inspector to input a command to control the driving device 70 to move the X-ray irradiator 10 to a desired position where the X-ray irradiator 10 generates X-rays, and a desired setting direction. The setting direction is a direction along which X-rays are irradiated toward the subject from the X-ray radiator 10 . The inspector can control the driving device 70 by moving the operating unit 121 to manually input the moving direction (controlled by the rotation of the rotary joint 60 ) and the moving position (controlled by the distance of the guide rail 30 , the moving bracket 40 and the column frame 50 ). Alternatively, the inspector can set the frequently used X-ray irradiation position and direction in a macro form by moving the operation unit 121, and can move the X-ray irradiator 10 to a predetermined position and direction by one input.

The high voltage setting unit 122 allows the inspector to set the value of the high voltage of the high voltage generator 20 . The high voltage generating unit 123 allows the inspector to input commands for controlling the high voltage generator 20 to supply high voltage to the X-ray radiator 10 .

Since the manipulator 100 is connected to the docking device 200 using a wireless interface, a particular advantage of the present invention is that it allows the inspector to control the high voltage generator 20 from outside the When in the examination room, the patient and the radiographic apparatus 1 can be directly approached (that is, in close contact), thereby ensuring that the position of the X-ray radiator 10 is accurately set.

The inspector authentication unit 124 allows the inspector/operator of the radiographic apparatus 1 to input his/her identity and password. During the radiographic operation, when the inspector wishes to mount the manipulator 100 on the docking device 200 or separate the manipulating device 100 from the docking device 200, the inspector may input his/her identity and password through the inspector authentication unit 124, Thereby preventing radiography operations from being performed by unauthorized personnel.

Therefore, with the present invention, repetitive controls for setting and starting of radiographic operations are not required, thereby preventing manipulation of repetitive controls by others and causing premature operation of the radiographic apparatus 1 .

6 and 7 are views showing structures of a manipulation device 100 and a docking device 300 of a radiographic apparatus according to another embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 , the docking device 300 includes: a mounting unit 310 to which the manipulation device 100 is mounted; and a rotating unit 320 rotatably coupled to the X-ray radiator 10 .

The rotation unit 320 includes a rotation protrusion coupled to the rotation groove 13 provided on the X-ray irradiator 10 . The rotation protrusion may be electrically connected to the rotation groove 13 .

The installation unit 310 includes: an installation hole 311 formed in a shape corresponding to the manipulation device 100 so that the manipulation device 100 can be installed in the installation hole 311 ; When the manipulation device 100 is installed in the installation hole 311 , the manipulation device 100 may be electrically connected to the docking device 300 .

When the manipulation device 100 is mounted on the docking device 300 , the manipulation device 100 may rotate together with the docking device 300 . Therefore, the inspector can rotate the manipulation device 100 to a position where easy input is performed.

As apparent from the above description, the manipulation device is detachably mountable to the capture device and that the manipulation device is wirelessly connectable to components of the capture device. Therefore, the inspector can manipulate the components of the capture device without regard to the positioning of the capture device, and it is also possible to prevent radiographic operations from being performed by unauthorized persons.

While certain embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that such implementations may be made without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents. Example changes.

Claims (23)

1. A radiography device comprising: a capture device for generating x-rays and irradiating x-rays towards the subject to capture an image of the subject; a controller connected to the capture device to control the capture device; a manipulation device mounted to the capture device to allow an inspector to input commands to control the capture device, Wherein, the manipulating device is detachably installed on the capturing device, and when the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device, the manipulating device is connected to the controller by using a wireless interface to control the the capture device. 2. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the wireless interface includes any one selected from infrared (IR) communication, radio frequency (RF) communication, Bluetooth communication, Wi-Fi communication and wireless USB communication . 3. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The capture device includes: an X-ray radiator for generating X-rays and irradiating the X-rays toward the subject, The manipulator is detachably mounted to the X-ray irradiator. 4. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The capture device includes: a high voltage generator generating a high voltage for generating X-rays, The manipulating device manipulates a set value of the high voltage generator in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device. 5. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The capture device includes: a high voltage generator generating a high voltage for generating X-rays, In a state where the manipulation device is separated from the capture device, the manipulation device manipulates the high voltage generator to generate a high voltage. 6. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The capturing device includes a moving device, which is used to move the irradiation position and direction of the X-rays, The manipulating device manipulates the moving device in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capturing device. 7. A radiographic device comprising: a capture device for generating x-rays and irradiating x-rays towards the subject to capture an image of the subject; a controller connected to the capture device to control the capture device; a manipulation device connected to the controller to allow an inspector to input commands to control the capture device and display information on the capture device; A docking device is provided on the capturing device, so that the manipulation device can be detachably mounted on the capturing device through the docking device. 8. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 7, wherein, The manipulation device includes: a wireless connection unit for transmitting and receiving wireless signals. 9. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 8, wherein the wireless connection unit includes any one selected from an IR module, an RF module, a Bluetooth module, a Wi-Fi module, and a wireless USB module. 10. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the manipulating device includes a display unit for displaying information and an input unit allowing an inspector to input commands. 11. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 10, wherein the input unit comprises a touch panel configured to respond to an inspector's touch. 12. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 10, wherein the input unit includes a movement manipulation unit for manipulating a position at which the X-rays are generated and a direction in which the X-rays are irradiated. 13. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 10, wherein the input unit includes a high voltage setting unit that sets a value of a high voltage for generating X-rays. 14. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 10, wherein the input unit includes a high voltage generating unit performing manipulation of generating a high voltage for generating X-rays. 15. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 10, wherein the input unit comprises: an inspector authentication unit for authenticating the inspector. 16. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the manipulating device includes a battery unit that supplies electric power to the manipulating device in a state where the manipulating device is separated from the capture device. 17. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 9, wherein the docking device comprises: a power supply unit for supplying electric power to the manipulating device in a state where the manipulating device is mounted on the docking device; wired connection unit, connected to the manipulator with a wired interface. 18. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 17, wherein the wired connection unit includes any one selected from a serial communication module, a USB module, an IEEE1394 module, and a LAN module. 19. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 17, wherein the power supply unit and the wired connection unit are integrated. 20. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the manipulating device is rotatably mounted to the capturing device. 21. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 20, wherein the docking device comprises: a rotating unit rotatably coupled to the capturing device; and a mounting unit to which the manipulating device is mounted. 22. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 21, wherein the installation unit comprises: an installation hole formed in a shape corresponding to the manipulation device; and a fixing protrusion for fixing the manipulation device. 23. The radiation imaging apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the manipulating device comprises: an inspector authentication unit allowing authentication of the inspector.

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